Company
Clean'd
Location
Chicago, IL
Job type
Full-time
Posted
3 days ago
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Job description
• *Overview**
Join our dynamic team as a Janitor/Cleaner and play a vital role in maintaining a pristine, safe, and welcoming environment. This energetic position offers the opportunity to ensure cleanliness and hygiene across various facilities, contributing to a positive experience for employees, visitors, and clients alike. Your dedication to thorough cleaning and maintenance will help uphold our high standards of facility excellence and safety.
• *Duties**
• Perform comprehensive cleaning tasks including sweeping, mopping, dusting, vacuuming, and trash removal across all designated areas.
• Conduct detailed floor care procedures such as buffing, stripping, sealing, and polishing to maintain a polished appearance.
• Handle custodial responsibilities for both commercial and residential spaces, ensuring all areas meet cleanliness standards.
• Maintain cleanliness of restrooms, kitchens, hallways, offices, and common areas consistently throughout the shift.
• Follow safety protocols during all cleaning operations to ensure a hazard-free environment for everyone.
• *Skills**
• Proven experience in janitorial or custodial roles with knowledge of commercial and residential cleaning practices.
• Skilled in floor care techniques such as buffing, stripping, sealing, and polishing to achieve optimal results.
• Strong understanding of facilities maintenance procedures and basic repair reporting.
• Ability to operate cleaning equipment including vacuums, buffers, extractors, and industrial cleaning tools safely and effectively.
• Excellent attention to detail with a commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
• Good physical stamina for standing, bending, lifting heavy supplies or equipment, and performing repetitive tasks over extended periods.
• Effective communication skills to coordinate with team members and report maintenance issues promptly. Join us in creating clean, safe environments that foster productivity and well-being! Your dedication will directly impact the comfort and safety of everyone who enters our facilities.
Pay: $16.60 - $20.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Join our dynamic team as a Janitor/Cleaner and play a vital role in maintaining a pristine, safe, and welcoming environment. This energetic position offers the opportunity to ensure cleanliness and hygiene across various facilities, contributing to a positive experience for employees, visitors, and clients alike. Your dedication to thorough cleaning and maintenance will help uphold our high standards of facility excellence and safety.
• *Duties**
• Perform comprehensive cleaning tasks including sweeping, mopping, dusting, vacuuming, and trash removal across all designated areas.
• Conduct detailed floor care procedures such as buffing, stripping, sealing, and polishing to maintain a polished appearance.
• Handle custodial responsibilities for both commercial and residential spaces, ensuring all areas meet cleanliness standards.
• Maintain cleanliness of restrooms, kitchens, hallways, offices, and common areas consistently throughout the shift.
• Follow safety protocols during all cleaning operations to ensure a hazard-free environment for everyone.
• *Skills**
• Proven experience in janitorial or custodial roles with knowledge of commercial and residential cleaning practices.
• Skilled in floor care techniques such as buffing, stripping, sealing, and polishing to achieve optimal results.
• Strong understanding of facilities maintenance procedures and basic repair reporting.
• Ability to operate cleaning equipment including vacuums, buffers, extractors, and industrial cleaning tools safely and effectively.
• Excellent attention to detail with a commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
• Good physical stamina for standing, bending, lifting heavy supplies or equipment, and performing repetitive tasks over extended periods.
• Effective communication skills to coordinate with team members and report maintenance issues promptly. Join us in creating clean, safe environments that foster productivity and well-being! Your dedication will directly impact the comfort and safety of everyone who enters our facilities.
Pay: $16.60 - $20.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
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Quick answers about Cleaning Staff Jobs in United States
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What is the federal minimum wage for cleaning staff jobs in the United States in 2026?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, the federal minimum wage for non-exempt cleaning staff is $7.25 per hour as of 2026, unchanged since July 24, 2009. Overtime pay at 1.5 times the regular rate is required for hours worked over 40 in a workweek under the FLSA. Many states mandate higher rates, such as $17.00 per hour in California effective January 1, 2026.
Source: U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division
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What is the median hourly wage for janitors and building cleaners in the US in 2026?
As per the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median hourly wage for janitors and building cleaners is $18.10 as of 2026 projections from May 2023 data. This equates to a median annual wage of $37,640 for full-time workers. The lowest 10 percent earn less than $12.50 per hour, while the highest 10 percent earn more than $25.80 per hour.
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics
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What H-2B visa requirements apply to foreign workers seeking cleaning staff jobs in the US?
As per USCIS, the H-2B visa for temporary non-agricultural cleaning jobs has a FY2026 cap of 66,000 visas, with supplemental caps up to 64,000 additional if authorized by Congress as in prior years. Employers must obtain temporary labor certification from DOL proving no US workers available and pay at least the prevailing wage of $18.10 per hour for janitors. Applications require Form I-129 filed at least 75 days before work start.
Source: U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
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What education or experience is needed for entry-level cleaning staff jobs in the US?
As per the Bureau of Labor Statistics, no formal educational credential is required for janitors and building cleaners, with 94 percent of workers having a high school diploma or less. No prior work experience is typically needed for entry-level positions, as training is provided on the job lasting less than one month. About 1.9 million jobs are projected for 2026-2033 with 4 percent growth.
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics